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Dumpster rental in the Rochester area
Rochester, Minnesota. Compare prices from local roll-off companies with one request.
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- 7 dumpster companies listed in Rochester.
- Permit rules checked against Rochester's official website.
- Free and no obligation. You choose who to hire, or no one.
Permits
Rochester permit rules
Dumpster on the street in Rochester, MN Checked at official source
- Permit
- Obstruction Permit, Tier 1
- Issued by
- City of Rochester Public Works (PWpermits@rochestermn.gov, 507-328-2406)
- Fee
- $25.00 Tier 1 Obstruction Permit (2026); area charge $0.0025/sq ft/day after 7 days; meter bags $13/space/day (time-limited)
- Source
- rochestermn.gov · media-002-us.cdn.govstack.com
Checked October 2026. City rules change — confirm with the issuing office before placing a dumpster. This is general information, not legal advice.
Local companies
Rochester-area dumpster companies
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How it works
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We send it to up to five dumpster companies that serve your area.
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They contact you with prices and dates. Hire the one you like, or none.
Questions
Before you rent
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Rochester?
Only if it goes on the street, sidewalk or a parking lane. Rochester's official fee: $25.00 Tier 1 Obstruction Permit (2026); area charge $0.0025/sq ft/day after 7 days; meter bags $13/space/day (time-limited). A dumpster in your own driveway usually needs no city permit.
How much does a dumpster cost in Rochester?
It depends on size, rental length, how much the load weighs and where it sits. Local haulers set their own prices, so the fastest way to a real number is to request quotes for your ZIP code and dates.
What size dumpster do I need?
A 10-yard holds about 3 pickup loads (small bathroom, one-room cleanout). A 20-yard holds about 6–8 (kitchen remodel, garage cleanout) and is the most common choice. A 30- or 40-yard is for whole-home cleanouts, big remodels and demolition. Not sure? Pick "Not sure" on the form and haulers will help.
Is the quote really free?
Yes. You send one request, up to five local haulers contact you with prices, and you decide whether to hire anyone.
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